Crime & Safety

U of M Student’s Body Found and Church Vandalized

In this week's South Metro Crime Roundup: Police seek information after hit-and-run crash that left man in critical condition.

Authorities believe Anarae Schunk, 20, of Burnsville is dead after they found a bloody jacket that was punctured by 18 to 20 holes, possibly indicating stab wounds.

Anarae Schunk Is Dead, Police Tell Family

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The family of the University of Minnesota student confirmed the news on Facebook on Saturday. She was last seen in Burnsville.

Burnsville

Memorial for Anarae Schunk Planned for Sunday

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The family invites the public to come and share stories and memories of Anarae Schunk, 20, who was slain on Sept. 22.

Suspect in Jobi Shooting, Schunk Disappearance Had History of Violent Crime

Anthony Lee Nelson, 31, has a lengthy rap sheet with several gun-related offenses.

Eagan

Police: Charges in Schunk Case Won't Come for Several Weeks

Authorities say the inquiry in to the death of Anarae Kristine Schunk, 20, will be treated as an independent investigation from the shooting of Palagor Obang Jobi, which is believed to be a related case.

Charges: Man Enters Eagan Residence Twice and Assaults Ex-Girlfriend

Eagan police arrested Gary Bernard Prowell-Wright as he tried to leave the area in a taxi, according to the complaint.

Eagan Police Investigating Garage Burglaries: Crime Alert

Thieves gained access to a home and vehicle through unlocked doors.

Court Date Delayed—Again—for Former Eagan High Coach Charged with Swindling

Kurt Virgin's case has been continued five times since charges were filed in May 2012.

Inver Grove Heights

Inver Grove Heights Native in Critical Condition after Hit-and-Run in St. Paul

Wade Souster, 32, has head injuries and is hospitalized at Regions Hospital. His family is asking for the public's help, and praying for a recovery.

Inver Grove Heights Woman Sentenced for Lakeville Bank Scheme

Leah Marie Bremner, 32, pleaded guilty to a felony back in July.

Inver Grove Heights Police Seek Suspect in Vandalism of Historic Church

Doors were damaged, lanterns were smashed and items were taken as the "little white" church was victimized by activity over the weekend.

Lakeville

Woman Who Stole $95,000 from Lakeville Bank Sentenced

Leah Marie Bremner carried out the thefts from May to October 2010.

Mendota Heights

Mendota Heights Firefighters Announce November Dance

The annual dance hits its 65th anniversary this year with a brand new location.

Northfield

Body Found in Lonsdale is Anarae Schunk

Anarae Schunk was last seen by her family on Sept. 21.


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